In a tragic turn of events, an Israeli airstrike on the Ein el-Hilweh Palestinian refugee camp in southern Lebanon has resulted in the deaths of at least 13 people and left several others wounded. The strike, which targeted a car in the car park of a mosque in the densely populated camp on the outskirts of Sidon, marks the deadliest attack on Lebanon since a ceasefire was declared in the Israel-Hezbollah conflict a year ago.
According to reports from the Lebanese Health Ministry and state media, the strike has sparked international outrage and condemnation. The United Nations has called for an immediate investigation into the incident, emphasizing the need to uphold international humanitarian law and protect civilians in conflict zones.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s recent statement regarding the normalization of ties with Israel adds another layer of complexity to the situation. While Riyadh sought to join Trump’s Abraham Accords to establish diplomatic relations with Israel, the Crown Prince emphasized that there can be no normalization without a clear path to Palestinian statehood. This stance underscores the ongoing tensions and complexities surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
The attack on the Palestinian refugee camp has raised concerns about the escalation of violence in the region and the impact on civilian populations. The international community has called for restraint and dialogue to prevent further bloodshed and work towards a peaceful resolution to the long-standing conflict.
As the situation continues to unfold, it is essential for all parties involved to prioritize the protection of civilians, respect international law, and engage in meaningful dialogue to address the root causes of the conflict.
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References:
1. Al Jazeera – [MBS: No normalisation with Israel without path to Palestinian statehood](https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2025/11/18/mbs-no-normalisation-with-israel-without-path-to-palestinian-statehood?traffic_source=rss)
2. Breaking News – [13 killed in Israeli air strike on Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon](https://www.breakingnews.ie/world/13-killed-in-israeli-air-strike-on-palestinian-refugee-camp-in-lebanon-1831137.html)
3. Washington Times – [Israeli airstrike on a Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon kills 13 people, Lebanese ministry says](https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2025/nov/18/israeli-airstrike-hits-palestinian-refugee-camp-lebanon-kills-13/)
4. South China Morning Post – [Israeli strike on Palestinian camp in Lebanon kills 13, deadliest since ceasefire](https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3333351/israeli-strike-palestinian-camp-lebanon-kills-13-deadliest-ceasefire?utm_source=rss_feed)
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